Stress can be defined and measured in a number of ways, but there is no denying that chronic stress takes both a mental and physical toll on the human body. A wide body of research has documented stress’s physical consequences, such as reduced immune system function and increased illness, both weight gain and weight loss, reduced sleep, fatigue, and more.
Hypertension, a very specific cardiovascular condition linked to stress, is…
Take 10 minutes out of your day to really focus on breathing. Breathing has been shown to reduce stress and promote full body relaxation and awareness. You can do these exercises almost anywhere, but it helps to have a quiet open space. These exercises are derived from traditional Yoga positions and many of the philosophies are the same. Below you will find a variety of simple go-to routines if you…
More and more people are reaping the benefits of meditation. Science has shown that meditation can actually reduce stress, ease depression, lower anxiety and reduce heart disease (which can assist you in weight loss). Meditation is one of those activities that anyone of any age or ability level can enjoy. Two especially easy meditation techniques to learn are grounding meditation and walking meditation.
Ground Meditation
Ground meditation technique is a…
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Most people will agree that the hardest part of the body to sculpt is the abdominal area. In my quest to achieve my fitness goals, I have lost 4 inches in my abdominal area so far and I will show you how to lose belly fat in this article.
What Causes Belly Fat Build-up?
Excess belly fat is so common because many factors can contribute to this “spare tire”, “love handles”,…
